Taiye Edeni

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I’m Taiye Edeni, a communication and international program professional with strong experience coordinating people, projects, and stakeholder relationships across diverse environments.

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I’m Taiye Edeni, a communication and international program professional with strong experience coordinating people, projects, and stakeholder relationships across diverse environments. I’ve worked in media roles that required careful investigation, fact-checking, writing and clear reporting, as well as in public-facing communications where maintaining a positive reputation and consistent messaging is essential.

More recently, I’ve managed humanitarian and scholarship programs across multiple countries, ensuring smooth volunteer coordination and reliable communication channels. With a background spanning journalism, government/media support, and humanitarian program operations, I focus on delivering impact through structured project coordination, prompt problem resolution, and excellent written and verbal communication.

  • 16 years' experience
  • Joined October 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Government
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization

Work experience· 5 roles

International Program Manager · Bread of HopeOct 2024 – Oct 2026 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Coordinated humanitarian programs across over 12 countries, ensuring smooth international operations and consistent execution of program activities. Managed scholarship initiatives for out-of-school children in underserved communities, including coordination with program stakeholders and volunteer channels. Maintained reliable communication pathways for volunteers and supported cross-country logistics and operational alignment to help programs run effectively and meet stakeholder expectations.

Media Assistant to the Former Minister of Transportation · Ministry of TransportationAug 2019 – Nov 2023 · 4 yrs 4 mos

Covered official events and gathered information for reporting by traveling to relevant locations. Managed the minister’s social media accounts to maintain consistent and engaging communication. Helped craft press releases and press statements to communicate important information to the media and public effectively, while maintaining communications on ongoing projects. Supported development of a positive public image for the minister through multiple communication channels and created and managed content for social media platforms.

Communication Consultant · International Federation of Red CrossAug 2018 – Sep 2018 · 2 mos

Conducted in-depth research on the causes and impacts of rural flooding, including interviewing local residents and authorities affected by floods. Analyzed the effectiveness of current rural flood-prevention measures and produced communication outputs based on findings. Maintained professional relationships with media experts and supported documentation through photography, editing, and video production.

Senior Correspondent · News Agency of NigeriaJun 2010 – Mar 2024 · 13 yrs 10 mos
Internship Trainer (Trainer) · Nigeria Television AuthorityJul 2008 – Aug 2009 · 1 yr 2 mos

Education

PhD in International Relations (Candidate) · University of Abuja2026
M.Sc in International Relations · University of Abuja2018 – 2019
B.A in Mass Communication · Kogi State University2007 – 2008

Certifications and awards

School of Journalism, News Associates Fellowship Programme2018 – 2026
Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism Fellowship Programme2018 – 2026
Corporate Communications, Advanced Protocol & Social Etiquette for Management Skills Acquisition2017 – 2026

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